I have felt that, as large as that continent is, we ought to have something probably in Ghana.
Jim Inhofe
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James Mountain Inhofe is a former United States Senator from Oklahoma, serving from 1994 to 2021. A member of the Republican Party, Inhofe is known for his strong conservative views, particularly on issues related to national defense and environmental policy. He gained notoriety for his skepticism regarding climate change, famously calling it a hoax. Throughout his tenure, he held significant positions, including Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee and the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee.
Moving detainees held in GTMO to the United States would not stop future terrorist attacks to this country.
I feel for the first time in many years somewhat optimistic that these new faces that want to bring that country hopefully back to where it was at one time.
General Schwartz, General Corley, Commander of ACC, has said that the fleet of B-2 bombers is too small for persistent attacks in heavily defended airspace.
The Air Force will not have its first unit of combat-ready JSF until at least 2015.
How will the United States be able to deliver tactical nuclear weapons without a dual-capable JSF?
ICBMs remain an important part of the Nation's nuclear deterrent with attributes that ensure the TRIAD is balanced, responsive, and adaptable.
What will be the impact on legacy aircraft if JSF production slips further than currently planned?
What implications will a non-dual capable JSF have for U.S. security guarantees to our European allies?
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin said Russia will start building a new strategic bomber.
Will we be able to sustain the current fleet of bombers to meet national security requirements until the next generation bomber is operational?
Can you check on our ability to purify water in austere locations, ensuring a safe supply of drinking water for our soldiers in theater?
I applaud you, General Casey, for the emphasis you have placed on the Comprehensive Soldier Fitness Program...
The Army's current fleets of combat vehicles and helicopters were developed and procured over 30 to 60 years ago and are aging at an increasingly rapid rate.





